ERM · 1 week ago
Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist
ERM is seeking an experienced Principal Consultant, Environmental Permitting Specialist with extensive NJDEP Division of Land Resource Protection experience to help grow their business in New Jersey. The role involves leading multi-media environmental permitting efforts, developing client relationships, and providing strategic guidance for capital projects.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic business/action plan, provide leadership, and deliver performance results to expand ERM’s Impact Assessment & Planning (IAP) service area and client base in New Jersey. Serve as the leader of a “core” technical team to drive profitable growth across the IAP service lines (environmental impact assessment, land planning, facility siting & permitting, and water resources management) in New Jersey
As a “seller/doer,” contribute to business development of ERM’s full-range of IAP services. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business
Serve as Senior Technical Advisor for DLRP-related activities in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (i.e., renewable energy projects, electric and gas utilities,). Lead the strategic planning and preparation of DLRP permit packages, serving in roles ranging from subject matter expert to QA/QC. Achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality
Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall growth and success of technical team
Work with existing ERM’s IAP service line described above to deepen relationships with ERM’s key clients and establish new client relationships that result in growth
Support the general growth and development of ERM’s IAP technical community. Collaborate with other ERM global practitioners to execute impact assessment projects. Participate on teams comprised of impact assessment professionals from multiple offices around the global ERM organization
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in environmental studies, natural resources-related science, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field
6+ years of consulting experience with DLRP and multi-media permitting
Proven track record in developing and implementing successful business growth strategies in New Jersey
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new IAP consulting services
Established relationships with Power and/or Oil and Gas companies
Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the Power and/or Oil and Gas sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of DLRP requirements
Recognized technical expertise with an established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to DLRP approvals
Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges
Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company
Preferred
PWS, PE, CEP, AICP or similar registration desired
Company
ERM
ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.
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